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Americans split over whether Russian Federation meddled with election
- March 10, 2017
Yet a new poll suggests that one of the biggest obstacles to Trump's popularity is, well, himself. "I just think more people have a little bit of an excuse to be more brazen in their attitude...a little more open about it, unfortunately". In his first address to Congress on February 28, Trump condemned the fatal shooting of an Indian computer engineer six days earlier in Kansas, calling it "an act of racially motivated hatred". (more...)
- March 10, 2017
Yet a new poll suggests that one of the biggest obstacles to Trump's popularity is, well, himself. "I just think more people have a little bit of an excuse to be more brazen in their attitude...a little more open about it, unfortunately". In his first address to Congress on February 28, Trump condemned the fatal shooting of an Indian computer engineer six days earlier in Kansas, calling it "an act of racially motivated hatred". (more...)
JCPenney announces to close stores at 140 locations
- March 10, 2017
The company operates nine stores in the Granite State, but only the Mall of New Hampshire location was among those indentified in the Morningstar report. Although the report didn't reveal the South Portland store's performance, it did note the Maine Mall store carries the fourth-highest loan balance - $235 million - among the 39 stores on the list. (more...)
- March 10, 2017
The company operates nine stores in the Granite State, but only the Mall of New Hampshire location was among those indentified in the Morningstar report. Although the report didn't reveal the South Portland store's performance, it did note the Maine Mall store carries the fourth-highest loan balance - $235 million - among the 39 stores on the list. (more...)
Final phase of assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh, Manipur begins
- March 10, 2017
A total of 14,560 polling centers have been set up for over one crore 41 Lakhs electorates to cast their votes. The states of UP and Manipur would be voting in the final phase of the assembly elections on Wednesday. Realising the ground realities, especially the resentment among a section of workers after denial of ticket to seven-time BJP MLA Shyamdeo Roy Chaudhary, dissatisfaction against fielding of Saurabh Srivastava at Cantonment seat, tough contest in Varanasi North seat due to ... (more...)
- March 10, 2017
A total of 14,560 polling centers have been set up for over one crore 41 Lakhs electorates to cast their votes. The states of UP and Manipur would be voting in the final phase of the assembly elections on Wednesday. Realising the ground realities, especially the resentment among a section of workers after denial of ticket to seven-time BJP MLA Shyamdeo Roy Chaudhary, dissatisfaction against fielding of Saurabh Srivastava at Cantonment seat, tough contest in Varanasi North seat due to ... (more...)
DC Wine Bar Owners Suing Trump Hotel For 'Stealing Business'
- March 10, 2017
Cork says after the election, the ambassador held an event at the Trump Hotel. They conducted a news conference Thursday to announce they filed a lawsuit Wednesday in D.C. In 2013, the federal General Services Administration leased the historic building to the Trump Organization, which opened the hotel in the fall of 2016. (more...)
- March 10, 2017
Cork says after the election, the ambassador held an event at the Trump Hotel. They conducted a news conference Thursday to announce they filed a lawsuit Wednesday in D.C. In 2013, the federal General Services Administration leased the historic building to the Trump Organization, which opened the hotel in the fall of 2016. (more...)
What Do Muslims in UP Want? This Exit Poll Has the Answers
- March 10, 2017
The Times Now - VMR poll predicts the BJP will get between 190 to 210 seats, the upper end of which will get the party past the half-way mark. BSP sources said this evening that Mayawati had discounted the possibility of such an alliance, saying she never trusted the exit polls. (more...)
- March 10, 2017
The Times Now - VMR poll predicts the BJP will get between 190 to 210 seats, the upper end of which will get the party past the half-way mark. BSP sources said this evening that Mayawati had discounted the possibility of such an alliance, saying she never trusted the exit polls. (more...)
Second Tennessee chicken farm tests positive for bird flu
- March 10, 2017
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture reports a second commercial chicken farm is testing positive for the bird flu. Neither is a threat to the food supply, and no affected animals entered the food chain in either case, the state said. The affected block was depopulated and buried, and the area is under quarantine. Domesticated poultry within 6.2 miles of the site were also placed under quarantine and are being tested and monitored for illness. (more...)
- March 10, 2017
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture reports a second commercial chicken farm is testing positive for the bird flu. Neither is a threat to the food supply, and no affected animals entered the food chain in either case, the state said. The affected block was depopulated and buried, and the area is under quarantine. Domesticated poultry within 6.2 miles of the site were also placed under quarantine and are being tested and monitored for illness. (more...)
Parliament passes bill to extend maternity leave from 12 to 26 weeks
- March 10, 2017
Maternity Leave of 26 weeks for pregnant women in organised sector. The bill also makes it mandatory for employers in establishments with 30 women or 50 employees, whichever is less, to provide crèche facilities either in office or in any place within a 500-metre radius. (more...)
- March 10, 2017
Maternity Leave of 26 weeks for pregnant women in organised sector. The bill also makes it mandatory for employers in establishments with 30 women or 50 employees, whichever is less, to provide crèche facilities either in office or in any place within a 500-metre radius. (more...)
Outrage over move to "silence mosques' call to prayer"
- March 10, 2017
Meanwhile Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to push forward with the legislation, saying "All Israeli citizens - Jews, Muslims and Christians alike - have a right to sleep in peace". For many Israeli Arabs, who make up nearly 20 percent of the population, this is another example of discrimination. Although the law was approved, the debate continued among Israelis as well. (more...)
- March 10, 2017
Meanwhile Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to push forward with the legislation, saying "All Israeli citizens - Jews, Muslims and Christians alike - have a right to sleep in peace". For many Israeli Arabs, who make up nearly 20 percent of the population, this is another example of discrimination. Although the law was approved, the debate continued among Israelis as well. (more...)
Jewish Children's Museum evacuated
- March 09, 2017
Andrew Cuomo, and broke down as she was reminded of her son and the message of tolerance the museum stands for. The Jewish Children's Museum in Brooklyn, New York. In addition, a swastika was carved into the front door of a synagogue in OH, and hundreds of headstones have been knocked over and damaged at Jewish cemeteries in St. (more...)
- March 09, 2017
Andrew Cuomo, and broke down as she was reminded of her son and the message of tolerance the museum stands for. The Jewish Children's Museum in Brooklyn, New York. In addition, a swastika was carved into the front door of a synagogue in OH, and hundreds of headstones have been knocked over and damaged at Jewish cemeteries in St. (more...)
North Korea gives assurance Malaysian nationals safe - Najib
- March 09, 2017
As investigators try to solve the case, Malaysia has warned that the investigation into the murder "may take longer than what we hope due to the complexity and sensitivity of the case", while China said no global action should be considered until it is finished. (more...)
- March 09, 2017
As investigators try to solve the case, Malaysia has warned that the investigation into the murder "may take longer than what we hope due to the complexity and sensitivity of the case", while China said no global action should be considered until it is finished. (more...)
Two men attack commuters with axe at Dusseldorf rail station
- March 09, 2017
Spiegel newspaper reports victims have been left bleeding on the ground after a man with an axe launched an attack on a train. German police say they fear an accomplish is on the loose. Train services have been stopped or diverted at the station as the police operation continues. Trains are reportedly not stopping at the station. (more...)
- March 09, 2017
Spiegel newspaper reports victims have been left bleeding on the ground after a man with an axe launched an attack on a train. German police say they fear an accomplish is on the loose. Train services have been stopped or diverted at the station as the police operation continues. Trains are reportedly not stopping at the station. (more...)
Cupich says Chicago Catholics can eat meat on St. Paddy's Day
- March 09, 2017
What would St. Patrick's Day be without a little corned beef and cabbage? But those who opt to adhere to the Friday observance or who don't like to miss a good fish fry still will find some parishes, such as St. "I encourage all who make use of this dispensation to engage in another sacrificial or charitable act that day". The Pittsburgh St. Patrick's Day Parade kicks off Saturday, March 11 at 10 a.m. (more...)
- March 09, 2017
What would St. Patrick's Day be without a little corned beef and cabbage? But those who opt to adhere to the Friday observance or who don't like to miss a good fish fry still will find some parishes, such as St. "I encourage all who make use of this dispensation to engage in another sacrificial or charitable act that day". The Pittsburgh St. Patrick's Day Parade kicks off Saturday, March 11 at 10 a.m. (more...)
PSG, not Barcelona, sent PSG out of the Champions League
- March 09, 2017
Despite the three goals in 7 minutes 16 seconds late on, with Neymar getting the other two and helping Barcelona to an incredible 6-5 win on aggregate against PSG , one can argue that PSG called it on themselves. The soccer superstar didn't celebrate Sergi Roberto's game-winning goal with his teammates, as is soccer's custom, but with Barcelona's most ardent fans at Nou Camp. (more...)
- March 09, 2017
Despite the three goals in 7 minutes 16 seconds late on, with Neymar getting the other two and helping Barcelona to an incredible 6-5 win on aggregate against PSG , one can argue that PSG called it on themselves. The soccer superstar didn't celebrate Sergi Roberto's game-winning goal with his teammates, as is soccer's custom, but with Barcelona's most ardent fans at Nou Camp. (more...)
Google challenges Slack, Microsoft and Amazon with new Hangouts Meet and Chat
- March 09, 2017
Google's Hangouts work chat and videoconferencing service is undergoing some major changes to better serve businesses. Box stated that they are "looking forward to working with Google to bring together the best of Box's secure content management with Google's awesome productivity apps". (more...)
- March 09, 2017
Google's Hangouts work chat and videoconferencing service is undergoing some major changes to better serve businesses. Box stated that they are "looking forward to working with Google to bring together the best of Box's secure content management with Google's awesome productivity apps". (more...)
After Tamil Nadu, Kerala follows suit by banning the big Pepsi…
- March 09, 2017
This represents a $1.40 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 3.41%. Lenox Wealth Management Inc. now owns 2,611 shares of the company's stock worth $118,000 after buying an additional 719 shares in the last quarter. Barnett & Company Inc. boosted its stake in The Coca-Cola by 27.7% in the third quarter. If you are reading this story on another domain, it was illegally stolen and reposted in violation of USA & worldwide trademark & copyright legislation. (more...)
- March 09, 2017
This represents a $1.40 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 3.41%. Lenox Wealth Management Inc. now owns 2,611 shares of the company's stock worth $118,000 after buying an additional 719 shares in the last quarter. Barnett & Company Inc. boosted its stake in The Coca-Cola by 27.7% in the third quarter. If you are reading this story on another domain, it was illegally stolen and reposted in violation of USA & worldwide trademark & copyright legislation. (more...)
South Sudan aid needs to reach 'those most in need'
- March 09, 2017
Oil-rich South Sudan, the world's youngest nation, plunged into civil war in 2013, after President Salva Kiir fired his deputy Riek Machar. The UN should be focusing on respect for human rights and humanitarian relief in South Sudan "more than before". (more...)
- March 09, 2017
Oil-rich South Sudan, the world's youngest nation, plunged into civil war in 2013, after President Salva Kiir fired his deputy Riek Machar. The UN should be focusing on respect for human rights and humanitarian relief in South Sudan "more than before". (more...)
Calls for Obama to run in french presidential election
- March 09, 2017
The National Front's Bruno Gollnisch, a party hardliner and Japan specialist, said in a statement that Le Pen would not ask civil servants "to adopt her ideas or her convictions". Le Pen is now polling in first place, but anything can happen in the month and a half remaining. Macron still has his detractors though, with veteran conservative former prime minster Alain Juppe describing him this week as "politically naive". (more...)
- March 09, 2017
The National Front's Bruno Gollnisch, a party hardliner and Japan specialist, said in a statement that Le Pen would not ask civil servants "to adopt her ideas or her convictions". Le Pen is now polling in first place, but anything can happen in the month and a half remaining. Macron still has his detractors though, with veteran conservative former prime minster Alain Juppe describing him this week as "politically naive". (more...)
IDFC Bank puts in place Aadhaar pay infrastructure
- March 09, 2017
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi introduced BHIM App for digital payments and now the IDFC bank launched Aadhaar Pay App to make payments much easier. Thus, there's no need for the customer to have a biometric smartphone or even a payment card; it's a naked payment. The app can be download only by the link sent to the merchant's mobile number after e-KYC verification of merchant's account number. (more...)
- March 09, 2017
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi introduced BHIM App for digital payments and now the IDFC bank launched Aadhaar Pay App to make payments much easier. Thus, there's no need for the customer to have a biometric smartphone or even a payment card; it's a naked payment. The app can be download only by the link sent to the merchant's mobile number after e-KYC verification of merchant's account number. (more...)
Snowboarder killed in French avalanche
- March 09, 2017
Rescuers are searching for two missing people following an avalanche in the French Alps, which killed a Dutch snowboarder. Rescue operations were hampered by bad weather conditions. The avalanche in the country's southwest occurred after a similar incident this week at the resort of Tignes, where emergency staff rescued skiers caught up by the sudden downrush of snow. (more...)
- March 09, 2017
Rescuers are searching for two missing people following an avalanche in the French Alps, which killed a Dutch snowboarder. Rescue operations were hampered by bad weather conditions. The avalanche in the country's southwest occurred after a similar incident this week at the resort of Tignes, where emergency staff rescued skiers caught up by the sudden downrush of snow. (more...)
No basis for hawkish turn as European Central Bank holds firm
- March 09, 2017
Neil Wilson, analyst at ETX Capital, said: "The euro rallied after the European Central Bank signalled it is in no rush to do more quantitative easing, although on the whole it was not a particularly hawkish-sounding Draghi". Excluding volatile prices for fuel and oil, inflation remains stuck at 0.9 percent. As this heat-map from Nomura's global markets research team shows, economic conditions in Europe and globally have improved in recent months. (more...)
- March 09, 2017
Neil Wilson, analyst at ETX Capital, said: "The euro rallied after the European Central Bank signalled it is in no rush to do more quantitative easing, although on the whole it was not a particularly hawkish-sounding Draghi". Excluding volatile prices for fuel and oil, inflation remains stuck at 0.9 percent. As this heat-map from Nomura's global markets research team shows, economic conditions in Europe and globally have improved in recent months. (more...)
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